1984 Buick Estate vs. 2006 Volvo V50
To start off, 2006 Volvo V50 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Volvo V50. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Estate weights approximately 460 kg more than 2006 Volvo V50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Buick Estate is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V50, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1984 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo V50. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo V50. 1984 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2006 Volvo V50 has manual transmission. 2006 Volvo V50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick Estate | 2006 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Estate | V50 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 2442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2650 mm |
